Childminder EY496620

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 22 March 2018 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The childminder displays a good understanding of how young children learn and develop. She knows her key children well and plans a wide range of fun activities to help support their individual needs and next steps in learning.  Partnerships with parents are good. The childminder regularly shares information with parents about achievements and children's progress. She discusses with them different ways to support and extend children's learning at home.  Children are happy and settled in the care of the childminder. They have developed close attachments her and positive friendships with other children. The childminder supports children's confidence, emotional development and self-esteem well.  The childminder provides a warm and homely environment. Children have access to a wide range of toys and resources. They are encouraged to be independent and make choices in their learning.  The childminder supports children's mathematical thinking and skills particularly well.

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This provision is good

She plans a range of interesting activities that encourages children to count, weigh, measure and compare quantities.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder has not developed a fully focused programme of professional development that would help to further enhance her knowledge and raise the quality of teaching to the highest level.  Children who prefer to learn outside have fewer opportunities to extend their learning outdoors.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 develop a targeted programme of professional development that helps to enhance knowledge and teaching skills to the highest level  increase learning opportunities to support children who prefer to learn outdoors.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of the activities provided by the childminder during the inspection.  The inspector held a number of discussions with the childminder. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of persons living in the household.  The childminder spoke to children during the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of parents through written feedback provided.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder is proactive and ensures her knowledge of guidance and legislation is kept up to date. She reviews her policies regularly and shares important safeguarding information with parents. The childminder completes risk assessments on her home and involves children in fire evacuation procedures. She effectively promotes children's understanding of personal safety through activities and discussions. The childminder has good systems in place to seek feedback from parents and children. She considers this when evaluating her provision and identifying future improvements. The childminder uses her systems for assessment to keep a close check on children's development. This helps to quickly identify any gaps in their learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder skilfully interacts with children. She promotes their language and communication skills effectively and introduces new vocabulary during activities. Children enjoy baking cakes and discuss the different stages involved. The childminder tests children's ability to recall information and asks a range of questions to help promote their critical-thinking skills. For example, she asks children to name the ingredients they have used and encourages them to think about what they will do next. Children are very engaged in their learning. They have plenty of opportunities to play imaginatively and follow their interests. The childminder completes regular observations and assessments of children's learning. She displays high expectations for children and uses planning well to consider how she will challenge and extend their learning and skills.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

The childminder is a good role model. She provides clear guidance about rules and uses positive praise to motivate and reward children's achievements. Children play well together and learn to accept the needs of others. The childminder encourages them to be independent and develop their self-help skills. Children confidently wash their own hands before mealtimes and put their coats on for outdoors. Children practise mixing, scooping and pouring. This helps to provide some good opportunities for physical development and coordination. The childminder supports children's understanding of healthy lifestyles and choices. Children have access to the childminder's garden and go on trips in the community. They learn about nature and life cycles as they collect eggs the chickens have laid in the garden.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress in their learning. They develop resilience and a positive attitude towards learning. Children's early literacy skills are supported well. They show a keen interest in familiar stories and finish simple sentences when reading. Children enjoy making marks and learn to recognise letters in their names. They have plenty of opportunities to develop their problem-solving and mathematical skills. Children acquire the necessary skills required for their future learning and eventual move to school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY496620 Local authority Wirral Inspection number 1036607 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 6 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2015 and lives in Bebbington, Wirral. She operates all year round from 7.45am to 5.45pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds an appropriate qualification at level 3.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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